When I suggested street entertainers sing and dance and act for the homeless, I was suggesting they do it just for that reason: to serve the homeless.
But, it does not go unnoticed on me that free street entertainment could be a boon to the city, period. It could enhance the community's image and attractiveness, period. I wonder if there is any other city where you can go see theater-quality entertainment, all day long -- right out in the streets.
New Orleans, Austin, Boston -- where?
I think of the free performances at Temple Square, and in the Conference Center, and in the parks up near Temple Square, coordinated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But, they aren't all outdoors and they aren't right out in the streets.
There is a romanticism in running across a banjo player, playing on a street corner. It adds to the flavor of the town, when you see that. This would take that to a different level. Invite the street musicians, for sure. And, some of the homeless, themselves, would perform. But in addition to that, step up the entertainment to displaying your city's finest entertainers, the professional acting troupes, dancing teams, and musicians. Sprinkle in some magicians and comedians.
Does any city offer that?
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